Northern Lights · NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISES IN NORWAY
The best northern lights cruises in Norway fill up weeks ahead and the guaranteed ones go first of all. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Tromsø’s 3.5-hour Aurora Cruise, with warm drinks, thermal suits, helpful guides, sea views, and practical booking advice.
“Itss a greatt trip, all crew was nice, espsecialy christina helping us to take a photo , we got to see northern light even have a little chance. Free flow drink hot chocolate, coffee, water and snack.”
Cruise Tromsø’s fjords in a warm catamaran, learn about the aurora, and get a free second chance if clouds hide the lights.
“Unfortunately we did not see the northern lights on the night we went out. However due to the second chance guarantee we were able to go again. We had the confirmation that we could go out again within 5 minutes of returning. We went out the next night and saw the lights. The guides are so friendly and knowledgeable and are happy to answer any questions. The trip offers free tea and coffee and has other drinks and snacks for purchase. This boat option was so much better for us than a mini bus as there was so much space, you could move around easily and rest rooms. We would…”
Review of Tromsø’s 3-hour Aurora Dinner Cruise, with Arctic scenery, Nordic seafood, a quiet hybrid catamaran, and Northern Lights tips.
“Managed to see aurora 3 times. Food is delicious. Crew members are friendly”
Cruise Tromsø’s Arctic fjords in search of the Northern Lights, with heated lounges, vegan soup, local stories, and helpful guides.
“It was really nice trip. We were so lucky to catch the Northern lights!”
Cruise Tromsø’s fjords aboard vintage MS Strønstad while searching for northern lights, with coffee, a sauna, jacuzzi, and Arctic views.
“Wonderful activity with informative introduction, and spectacular boat cruise. You've got the chance to be inside the cabin (only small windows but hot tea & coffee) or outside on deck enjoying the view over the city and surrounding mountains. We were lucky to see the northern lights - breathtaking! Jana was a great guide!”
Review of Tromsø’s 3-hour Aurora Cruise with dinner, electric boat, northern lights chances, food, timing, comfort, and value.
“Honestly, I did not like this cruise and felt it was a waste of money. We paid close to $400 ISD. only to go about a mile to a mile and a half into the bay. We had to purchase wine separately, which I understand, but the food was not up to the par. The fish dish was very basic with mediocre plating. We were all hoping and expecting to see the Northern Lights, but the experience was nothing like what was advertised. I would not recommend this cruise—please don’t waste your money. That said, the crew was very polite and genuinely nice.”
Review of Tromsø’s luxury Northern Lights yacht cruise, with hot tub, reindeer soup, small groups, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Kenneth was a wonderful host. Loved the whole trip and appreciate all his insight on Tromso and the surrounding area”
Review of Tromsø’s luxury Northern Lights yacht cruise with hot tub, reindeer stew, small groups, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Nice crew, all members are very friendly and attentive. The captain is a good person to talk to. The food was also delicious and the hot tub while snowing is a unique and lovely experience.”
Review of Tromsø’s 24-hour Northern Lights and whale watching cruise, with cabins, meals, timing, wildlife, price, and booking advice.
“The crew and tour guides are lovely, couldn’t do more for you to ensure upmost comfort. Knowledgeable about the whales and northern lights with several talks across the 2 days. We learnt lots of new things. Cabins are comfy and warm and there’s several food choices at each meal. All you of what we had was lovely. Whilst we didn’t get to see the northern lights due to cloud cover the polar twilight gave impressive scenery and beautiful colours in the sky. We did see loads of humpback whales including several breaches and several pods of killer whales some getting pretty close. An amazing trip and one to remember for…”
Review of Tromsø’s electric Northern Lights cruise, with practical advice on the boat, soup, aurora chances, price, timing, and who should book.
“Schönes ruhiges Boot und angenehme Fahrt ins Dunkel. Suppe und Brot zum leckeren Imbiss inklusive. Tolle wäre noch eine Fotografische Unterstützung an Bord, dass würde es perfekt machen. Freundliche junge Crew mit guter Laune und vielen Informationen.”
Spend 24 hours aboard MV Quest from Tromsø, watching whales, seeking the Northern Lights, and enjoying meals, cabins, and Arctic scenery.
“Ein ganz tolle Reise mit super Eindrücken in die Natur. Essen war auch hervorragend! Beste Option um Nordlichter und Wale zu sehen. Kein langweiliges sitzen auf einem Boot ohne wirklich was zu sehen, wie bei den Tagestouren!”
Review of Tromsø’s three-hour dinner cruise and Northern Lights chase, with Arctic stories, dinner, costs, timing, and practical advice.
“Very enthusiastic guides with clear management of expectations. A very pleasant evening with hot drinks, biscuits & a fire to keep warm by.”
Review of Tromsø’s 3-hour Northern Lights catamaran cruise, with thermal suits, fish soup, fishing gear, meeting tips, and honest value advice.
“Fantastische schipper Piere, ontzettend vriendelijk en werkte hard om je een goede ervaring te geven. Nadat we op de heenweg veel bewolking hadden en niets konden zien, hebben we op de terugweg nog een poging gewaagd op het dek en kregen we een ontzettend mooie Noorderlicht show te zien.”
Review of Tromsø’s 3.5-hour Northern Lights boat cruise, with thermal suits, hot drinks, guide support, safety tips, and honest value advice.
“C était formidable la moto neige accueil parfait .le bateau tres confortable .voyage de 20h00 a 23h 00”
Review of Svolvær’s 3.5-hour Northern Lights cruise, Full Steam visit, Lofoten scenery, underwater drone, and Norwegian caviar tasting.
“Ottima esperienza. Il racconto di Ragnar ti permette di immergerti per un istante nella vita dei pescatori del luogo. Ottima la degustazione e molto professionale l’equipaggio. L’aurora purtroppo si è fatta desiderare nonostante il cielo stellato, ma ne vale comunque la pena.”
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